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Wine Red Color

HEX color code is #7B0323 and the RGB is 123, 3, 35

Wine Red is a deep Red that symbolizes sophistication, passion, and luxury. When used in paintings it can be associated with insanity or something sinister. Ordinary Red hues were commonly associated with love, but Wine Red’s depth and intensity elicit feelings of caution and trepidation because of its closeness to the color of blood.

How the color is made: To make Wine Red mix Vivid Pink with Black to create a dark hue that ignites a sense of apprehension.

History: Wine Red was traditionally a color associated with the church and with the coats of British soldiers which dates back to the Tudor era. King Henry VIII’s guards often wore Wine Red uniforms during this time.

Color in Action

Wine Red returned as a hot fashion trend in the 2018 and 2019 collections as designers like Givenchy, Elie Saab, Molly Goddard, and Roksanda adorned their models in either head-to-toe Wine Red or pops of this robust color, with occasional silver embroidery and lace accents. Wine Red can also look wonderful when incorporated into a suede high-heel ankle boot.
To add a sense of intrigue and salaciousness to a room, try painting an entire wall in Wine Red and placing Gold gilded framed pictures to draw in the eye. Wine Red looks especially luxurious when used in fabrics that reflect the light like satin, silk, velvet, and organza, so see where you can use these elements to full effect in a space.

Wine Red Dress
Wine Red Nails
Wine Red Sofa

Colors that go with Wine Red

Match Wine Red with Dark Cyan and Darl Lime Green for a split-complementary scheme that feels eclectic.

Wine Red Dress Color Combination
Wine Red Nails Color Combination
Wine Red Sofa Color Combination

Wine Red Color Palettes and Schemes

Use a monochromatic color palette with Wine Red, Strong Pink, and Burgundy when wanting to evoke a sense of passion and sensuality.

Wine Red Dress Color Palette
Wine Red Nails Color Palette
Wine Red Sofa Color Palette

Backgrounds and Seamless Patterns

Wine Red and White gingham patterns are surprising because the playful design makes one think of picnics but the Deep Red feels seductive.

Plain
Polka Dot
Honeycomb
Chevron
Abstract Lines
Louis Vuitton
Stripe
Camouflage